Silpa is a 22-year-old transvestite from western Nepal. She is small and soft-spoken, and wears heavy makeup and a tight acrylic shirt. She chose the name Silpa because it means delicate and fragile.

A curfew was imposed on a key border city in Nepal after protests between Hindu and Muslim groups following the vandalism of a mosque at the weekend, officials said on Tuesday. The curfew orders ...

South Asia is full of spectacular destinations for backpackers and budget travelers. Several countries in this part of the continent offer lucrative deals on accommodation and flight tickets. Food is ...